Ford Orion 1.6 LX 4d (1991/J) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Huge amounts of car and equipment for the money.
Costs
About average cheap parts but most of this age haven't been serviced well over their life.
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On the road
Driving
Easy and pleasant to drive Unassisted steering. Surprisingly light, with good vision.
Performance
Excellent for engine size and age, particularly in 2nd and 3rd gear. Good torque from CVH engine.
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Living with it
Reliability
Very good when regularly serviced sometimes develops minor faults but rarely completely dies.
Image
None whatsoever! You don't buy an Orion to look good...
Comfort
Pretty good for the price seats. Could offer a little more back and side support.
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Security and Service
Security
Never really tested. Good for age with alarm and immobilizer, but both simple design and easy to bypass.
Service
Always serviced at independent garages.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Collapsed vacuum hose caused over-lean mixture and cutting-out. Tends to leak coolant slightly.
Other
Previous owner used incorrect brake fluid, damaging most of the braking system.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes